Yeah I remember the reason they believed they could keep cos...

Yeah I remember the reason they believed they could keep cost down so low was lack of paint, and the exoskeleton unibody design and less pieces. I think Tesla wanted the CT to come out sooner but maybe delayed it specifically for 4680 and the ability to use V4 and charge it’s potentially large battery pack. I imagine tesla wants people to take CT seriously as a real workhorse and tower, especially for fleets, and having full use of V4 charging will keep working and adventurous people on the road more often. When it comes to towing, the F-150 and Rivian just dont cut it with the standard EV network. The CT is gonna be a big deal, and tesla wants to do this one just right. After all, trucks are very common in the states. I know R&D takes time, but I sure hope the delay isn’t just about production and scaling it, but more about how to achieve a cost that aligns with their original goal, even if it scaled with inflation.